Two of the Quad Cities longest serving healthcare providers have announced a new alignment in an effort to better serve the needs of women across the bi-state region.
Rock Valley Physical Therapy will open its newest clinic within The Group Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists, P.C. in Davenport. Next month, Rock Valley Physical Therapy will begin providing pelvic floor therapy and related physical therapy services exclusively for women at its new office at The Group’s facility at 5350 Eastern Ave., Davenport.
Rock Valley PT’s Jill Cappaert will serve as the new clinic’s manager. Her credentials include being a licensed physical therapist; a doctorate of physical therapy; and a certified medication technician and orthopedic clinical specialist.
The partnership brings together the expertise of Rock Valley Physical Therapy, founded in 1984 and now a network of 60-plus clinics across Illinois, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota, with The Group. Since 1978, The Group has been dedicated to caring for women through every stage of life, from adolescence and pregnancy to postpartum care, midlife, and beyond.
Its mission continues to be to provide compassionate, comprehensive, and forward-thinking care for the women it serves. Bringing pelvic floor therapy into the practice is a natural extension of that mission and reflects The Group’s belief that women deserve access to specialized care in a setting they know and trust, Rock Valley PT said in a news release Tuesday, March 10.
“This partnership began organically when both organizations recognized their shared values and commitment to excellent care,” said Mike Horsfield, Rock Valley Physical Therapy’s CEO. “That mutual respect and shared commitment to excellence made this partnership with The Group an easy decision.”
Shared patient-centered culture
The new clinic at The Group opens on Wednesday, April 1. Two clinicians and a clinic experience associate from Rock Valley PT will be on duty during The Group’s regular clinic hours.
In the release, leaders from The Group say they were drawn to Rock Valley Physical Therapy for its reputation for clinical excellence, proven outcomes in pelvic floor rehabilitation, and patient-centered philosophy that closely mirrors that of The Group.
“Integrating physical therapy services within our trusted, female-patient-only clinical environment enhances the overall patient experience by promoting comfort, privacy, and continuity of care,’’ The Group’s Dr. Shirley Hinshaw said. “When women can receive specialized pelvic floor therapy in the same setting where they already feel at ease, it removes barriers and fosters greater confidence in seeking treatment.
“By scheduling physical therapy appointments before patients leave our office, we provide faster access to care and eliminate many of the delays that can occur with outside referrals,” Dr. Hinshaw added. “This seamless approach ensures our patients receive the timely, coordinated support they deserve.”
Alignment spark
Mr. Horsfield credited Morgan Terveer, clinic manager at Rock Valley’s Dexter Court in Davenport, for bringing the partnership idea to light. Ms. Terveer, who also is one of The Group’s patients, helped spark the partnership by building relationships between the two organizations.
“I’m excited to see the widespread impact of the combined efforts of the providers at The Group and Rock Valley to help educate women that many of their symptoms have solutions so they can live their best possible lives,’’ added Ms. Terveer, who is a licensed physical therapist, holds a doctorate of physical therapy and an orthopedic clinical specialist.
According to the two healthcare entities, their newfound partnership reflects a shared belief that pelvic floor therapy is not a luxury, but an essential part of women’s healthcare. By collaborating, they are removing barriers to access and creating a more holistic, supportive and patient-focused model.
“Pelvic floor concerns affect so many women during pregnancy, postpartum, and throughout their lives,’’ said Dr. Ashley Kaiser of The Group. “Partnering with Rock Valley Physical Therapy allows us to offer a more complete and coordinated approach to care, all in one place. Their expertise in pelvic floor rehabilitation and patient-centered philosophy align seamlessly with our mission, and we are excited to bring this important service directly to the women we serve.”
